# Graphic Design Summer Program Live Online (High School & College)

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## Overview

The first section of the camp covers Adobe Photoshop. Students explore topics such as retouching photos, combining images, preparing graphics for the web, and more.

The next section covers InDesign comprehensively and includes creating page layouts with text, graphics, and multiple pages. Our young designers learn to style text, import photos and graphics, define/use colors, add multiple pages, and thread text frames (just to name a few skills).

Lastly, students begin their mastery of Illustrator and create numerous graphics throughout the course. Expert instructors guide students through the use of standard drawing tools, the Pen tool, Type, Compound Paths, Effects, Layers, Masks, Patterns, Blends, and Colors.

### Important Class Notes

- **Method of Delivery** : Live Online (live-streamed with the ability to ask questions and interact with the instructor in real-time).
- **Prerequisites & Ages** : The program is ideal for high school and college students with a strong interest in design. Prior experience is not required, but students must be comfortable with computer basics.
- **Computer** : Live online attendees should have their own Mac or PC. We will assist with any software setup prior to the course.

## What you'll learn

- Adobe Photoshop to retouch photos & create graphics
- Adobe InDesign to create page layouts with text & images
- Adobe Illustrator to create vector graphics such as logos, icons, & more
- Understand graphic design concepts & processes
- Learn about the elements of design
- Develop & expand your graphic design portfolio
- Broaden your understanding of graphic design concepts and processes, both formal and conceptual
- Enhance your skills as a Graphic Designer

## Curriculum

### Graphic Design Concepts & Practices

- Elements of design
- Typography
- Color
- Layout
- Information Hierarchy
- Industry standard design apps: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

### Adobe InDesign: The industry standard for Page Layout

- Create layouts with text, color, and graphics
- Create multi-page documents such as brochures, books, magazines, and more
- Prepare files for final output, such as a print or PDF

### Adobe Photoshop: The industry standard for Photo Retouching

- Retouch photos, create graphics, and more
- Adjust color, contrast, and more
- Prepare images for use on the web or in print

### Adobe Illustrator: The industry standard for Drawing, Logos, and Graphics

- Create graphics: logos, icons, patterns, packaging, and more
- Draw vector graphics for web and print

## Schedule
- Jul 20, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 — NYC
- Aug 3, 2026 – Aug 13, 2026 — NYC

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $1599